About the Sooty-capped Puffbird
The Sooty-capped Puffbird (Bucco noanamae) is a species of bird in the Puffbirds family (Bucconidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 37 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code socpuf1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Puffbirds (Bucconidae) |
| Species | Bucco noanamae |
| Species Codes | socpuf1, SCPU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty-capped Puffbird belong to?
The Sooty-capped Puffbird (Bucco noanamae) belongs to the Puffbirds family (Bucconidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sooty-capped Puffbird?
The Sooty-capped Puffbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sooty-capped Puffbird?
The Sooty-capped Puffbird is a member of the Puffbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty-capped Puffbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty-capped Puffbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code socpuf1, or on iNaturalist.